Pricing Framework

The Pricing Framework for Australian Public Hospital Services (the Pricing Framework) is updated annually. It outlines the principles, scope and methodology adopted by Independent Hospital Pricing Authority (IHPA) to determine the national efficient price (NEP) and the national efficient cost (NEC)  for Australian public hospital services for the specific financial year.

The IHPA consults with all stakeholders including the general public prior to finalising the Pricing Framework for each year. The Pricing Framework emphasises IHPA’s commitment to transparency and accountability in how IHPA undertakes its work.

Key publications

• Pricing Framework for Australian Public Hospital Services 2022–23
• Previous Pricing Frameworks
• Towards a Pricing Framework: Summary Report
• Activity Based Funding for Australian Public Hospital Services: Towards a Pricing Framework